Inner Work for Fathers with Charles C. Daniels Jr., PhD

Inner Work for Fathers with Charles C. Daniels Jr., PhD

Author: Anna Seewald July 1, 2025 Duration: 50:04

Can the profound absence of a father in childhood pave the way for a deeper, more intentional path to fatherhood?

Charles C. Daniels Jr., PhD, the co-founder and CEO of Fathers' UpLift, on how inner child work empowers fathers to meet their unmet emotional needs and become more present and emotionally attuned caregivers. 

His book: Present: The Crisis of American Fatherhood and the Power of Showing Up

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Anna Seewald hosts Authentic Parenting, a space for those who believe that raising children is deeply intertwined with growing themselves. This podcast moves beyond quick tips and strategies to explore the inner work required to parent with intention. Conversations here are grounded in a trauma-informed perspective, offering a compassionate lens through which to examine family patterns and reactions. The core idea is that by consciously addressing our own histories and connecting with our authentic selves, we can interrupt cycles of generational stress. What you’ll hear in each episode are thoughtful discussions and practical insights aimed at transforming daily challenges into opportunities for connection. The goal isn’t perfection, but fostering a family life with more calm, understanding, and genuine joy. It’s about creating an environment where children can thrive without carrying burdens forward. Tuning into this podcast feels like a supportive dialogue, reminding you that the journey of parenting is also a profound path of personal discovery. It’s for anyone ready to embrace the motto of raising their children while growing themselves.
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